BENALMADENA
The city of Malaga, which also houses the nearest international airport, is only 12km away to the west, and the stunning and internationally renowned Marbella is just 42 km to the east.
The area has expanded extremely quickly in recent decades due to the influx of tourism and has become one of the Costa del Sol’s most frequented tourist spots.
Climate
Temperatures typically range from an average of around 30ºC in summer and 16ºC in winter. However, the cooling breezes that blow in from the sea ensure that the summer heat is comfortable and enjoyable.
Culture
During summer you can also watch films on the beach for free during Cine de Verano.
If the party atmosphere isn’t for you then there are still other cultural experiences for you to take in including a visit to the Buddhist Enlightenment Stupa in Benalmadena Pueblo.
It is the largest Stupa in the Western world standing 33 metres tall and is a point of interest for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike.
Beaches
The beaches can be busy however as you head eastwards toward Torremuelle and Fuengirola they become quieter and more secluded.
Places To See
El Parque de la Paloma is a large, beautiful and serene park a small walk from the beaches of Benalmadena Costa. It hosts a vibrant range of local and exotic plants, and is home to a large number of animals including; hens, rabbits and exotic birds, who freely roam within the parks boundaries.
Benalmadena Costa is connect via the paseo to Puerto Marina, whichhost a wide variety of shopping and dining.
Arroyo de la Miel is a former small out lying village which now links Benalmadena Pueblo to Benalmadena Costa. As a result it is situated as the centre point of the municipality and hosts the main Benalmadena Train Station, which connects Benalmadena to Malaga and Fuengirola.
It is a wonderful and vibrant area for dining out, grabbing some afternoon Tapas and doing a spot of retail therapy.
From Arroyo de la Miel you can also scale the heights of the local Mount Calamorro via cable car and take in the breathtaking views from its summit.
Benalmadena Pueblo is the original village, which is set at the foot of Mount Calamorro.
The village has a distinctly more traditional Spanish look than that of its seaside counterpart with stunning white-washed buildings and labyrinth alleys.
